Hometown Manufacturing Collaborates with BAE Systems

BAE Systems is helping Hometown advance transit vehicle mobility with sustainable electric solutions.

by Staff

May 24, 2022

Hometown Manufacturing Collaborates with BAE Systems — BAE Systems has more than 25 years of experience developing and fielding electric propulsion and accessory power systems for transit buses.
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Hometown Manufacturing announced it is collaborating with BAE Systems to offer its electric drivetrain and accessory power management systems.

“We are excited to pair this system with our long-standing Jewel of the transit world – the Streetcar. Our new Urban bus will be offered straight away with a full electric option,” said Kristina Pence-Dunow, CEO/president of Hometown Manufacturing. “Hometown’s future is looking green.”

BAE Systems has more than 25 years of experience developing and fielding electric propulsion and accessory power systems for transit buses.

BAE Systems is helping Hometown advance transit vehicle mobility with sustainable electric solutions.

“We look forward to working with Hometown Manufacturing to help bring their zero emission vehicles to market,” said Steve Trichka, VP/GM of power & propulsion solutions at BAE Systems. “We are supporting Hometown with a full-system solution that advances sustainable transportation. Our Series-EV system will deliver clean, highly efficient operation — helping a wide range of transit customers reach their environmental goals.”

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